2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Tata Safari

To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 496 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2008 Tata Safari
Make Citroen Tata
Model C5 Safari
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 58 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 19.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1424 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm


 

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