2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |