2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 527 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (95 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
