2000 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 155 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 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 | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
