2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester. 2004 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
