2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |