2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 1,997 cc, 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 60 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 2006 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, 2006 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 (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C5 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Legacy
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1994 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1435 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L


 

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