2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (201 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
