2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 243 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen C5 2006 Subaru Outback
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Outback
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 116 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 80 mm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.6 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L