2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 97 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |