2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2003 Mazda Tribute
Make Citroen Mazda
Model C5 Tribute
Year Released 2001 2003
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 50 L