1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 15 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 587 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xantia | Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |