2001 Citroen C vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 601 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
