2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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 2005 Citroen C2. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 88 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
