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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 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. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.

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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 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 Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 205 km/hour 214 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1502 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L


 

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