2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |