2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 565 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
