1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 15 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Sumo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xantia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 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 | 1375 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2425 mm |
