2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C5 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2645 mm |
