1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 12 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 584 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xantia | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
