1997 Citroen Saxo vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Saxo | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Saxo | Indica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
