2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 7 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C5 | Indica |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |