2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 925 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C2 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |