1999 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 2010 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Forester | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Forester | C6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
