2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 459 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2006 Tata Indica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Tata Indica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Xsara (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
