2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C5 2005 Subaru Impreza
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Impreza
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2458 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 300 HP
Torque 190 Nm 407 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1500 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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