1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xantia | Sumo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |