2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 583 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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, 2002 Citroen C8 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C8 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
