2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |