2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
