2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Impreza and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 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 Subaru Impreza (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2008 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Impreza | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
