2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |