2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |
