1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 16 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), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xantia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2425 mm |
