2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (69 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 602 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C5 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
