2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 347 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 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
