2008 Tata Safari vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C1. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Tata Safari | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Tata | Citroen |
Model | Safari | C1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |