2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
