2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
