1994 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 213 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | XM | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2425 mm |
