2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
