2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 512 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |