2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
