2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 197 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |