2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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 1,560 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 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2000 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1560 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 | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
