2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (250 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Forester | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
