2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 435 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
