2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
