2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Forester | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
