1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2010 Tata Sumo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 635 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2010 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xantia | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
