2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
