2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |