2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
