2005 Citroen Saxo 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 Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Saxo | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
