2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1080 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |