2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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 C3. 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 (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C3 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |