2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5. 2007 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C5 2000 Subaru Impreza
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Impreza
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1664 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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