2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Forester | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Subaru | Citroen |
Model | Forester | C5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |