2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Forester | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Forester | C8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
