2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
