2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |