2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Justy (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy.
Because 2007 Subaru Justy 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, 2007 Subaru Justy 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Justy. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
