2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Subaru Outback

To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2001 Subaru Outback 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, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (282 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2001 Subaru Outback
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Outback
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 0 HP
Torque 285 Nm 282 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm