Citroen C4 2016 vs Subaru Impreza 2017
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Citroen C4) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Subaru Impreza) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 114 HP | 300 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 407 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds | |
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Subaru Impreza is a more dynamic driving. Citroen C4 engine produces 186 HP less power than Subaru Impreza, whereas torque is 137 NM less than Subaru Impreza. Due to the lower power, Citroen C4 reaches 100 km/h speed 6.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 | 10.4 | |
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The Citroen C4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Citroen C4 consumes 5.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Subaru Impreza, which means that by driving the Citroen C4 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 840 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1250 km in combined cycle | 570 km in combined cycle | |
| 1420 km on highway | 710 km on highway | ||
| Citroen C4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 22 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Citroen C5, Peugeot 207 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Citroen C4 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Citroen C4 2016 1.6 engine: This diesel engine is known for its high reliability and impressive lifespan, combined with excellent fuel efficiency for its power output. It features hydraulic lifters in the cylinder head and uses a Common ... More about Citroen C4 2016 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.60 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.52 m | 1.48 m | |
| Citroen C4 is 5 cm longer than the Subaru Impreza, width is practically the same , while the height of Citroen C4 is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 440 litres | 460 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Citroen C4 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11 meters | |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`795 kg | 2`000 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Subaru Impreza scores higher in safety tests. The Subaru Impreza scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 10 400 | 26 000 | |
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