2005 Citroen C vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Citroen C (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
