1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xsara | Safari |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |