2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 10 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, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2. 2002 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C2 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1045 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 37 L |
