2012 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 432 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C3 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
