2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 788 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Safari |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
