2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |