1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Tata Estate
To start off, 1999 Tata Estate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1999 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xantia | Estate |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
