2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
