2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |