1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 14 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
