2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C8 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
