2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
