2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 497 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 2010 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, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1577 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 |