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


 

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