2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback 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 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.1 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 | 1442 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |