2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 617 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C1 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1699 mm |
