2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 192 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |