2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 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 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 92 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
