2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Citroen C5
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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Tribute | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
