1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 900 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
