1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | XM | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |