2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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 C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
