2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Impreza | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
