2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
