2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
