2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Tata B-Line
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata B-Line is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata B-Line (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata B-Line should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1.
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, 2009 Tata B-Line (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata B-Line will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C1 | 2009 Tata B-Line | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C1 | B-Line |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
