2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 C5 (320 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
