2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
