2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. 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 2006 Citroen C1. 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 (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C1 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C1 Legacy
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 996 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 71 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 157 km/hour 206 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.7 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 875 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 64 L