2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Tata Safari

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 668 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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 2009 Citroen C3. 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 (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2008 Tata Safari
Make Citroen Tata
Model C3 Safari
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 152 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 16.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm


 

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