2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |