2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.

Because 2008 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, 2008 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 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 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. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2008 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C5 Legacy
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 0 HP
Torque 160 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.3 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1491 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L


 

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