2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 75 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |