2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (94 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xsara | Sumo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2425 mm |