2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 381 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (133 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C4 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C4 Legacy
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 242 HP
Torque 133 Nm 297 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 182 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.8 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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