2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica.
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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xsara | Indica |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |