2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Legacy
Year Released 2008 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
Horse Power 204 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1597 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm


 

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