2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 639 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari. 2007 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. 2007 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xsara | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |