2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C1 and 2005 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 576 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C1. 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 (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C1 2005 Subaru Forester
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C1 Forester
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 123 HP
Torque 132 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1600 mm