1990 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 806 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Leone | C5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
