2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 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 C4 (240 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |