2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | Xsara | Indigo |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
