2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 536 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3. 2006 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
