1994 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 18 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 293 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | XM | Sumo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |