2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Citroen C4 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |