2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Citroen C4

To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Subaru Legacy 2010 Citroen C4
Make Subaru Citroen
Model Legacy C4
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 214 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L