2003 Tata Safari vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 449 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 1997 Citroen XM 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. 1997 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Safari | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Tata | Citroen |
| Model | Safari | XM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
