2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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 C4. 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 (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C4 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C4 Legacy
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 1900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 175 km/hour 237 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.5 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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