2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |