2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4. 2005 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C4 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
