2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 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), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Legacy | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| 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 | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 Length | 4735 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
