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, 2004 Citroen C5 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 580 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
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 | 1340 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |