1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xantia | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
