2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C5 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |