2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 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 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |