2012 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Subaru Legacy and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 399 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Subaru | Citroen |
Model | Legacy | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1535 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |