2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1996 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Justy 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, 1996 Subaru Justy 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1996 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Justy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
