2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 7 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C5 | Safari |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 136 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |