2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |