2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Legacy
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1424 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L