2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
