2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser

To start off, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2011 Citroen C-Crosser
Make Subaru Citroen
Model Legacy C-Crosser
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors


 

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