2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4.

Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C4 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C4 Legacy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 0 HP
Torque 147 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 194 km/hour 233 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1278 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L