2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
