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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 436 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
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 | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1484 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |