1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
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 Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
