2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
