2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C5 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 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 | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |