2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru WX 01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru WX 01 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
