2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 14 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Tribeca | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
