2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C4 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |