2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 523 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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 2008 Citroen C2. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C2 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C2 Legacy
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 166 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 11.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 64 L


 

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