1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 432 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xantia | Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |