2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C2 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
