2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 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), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 568 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
