2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C2 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
