2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Subaru | Citroen |
Model | Impreza | C8 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |