2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Citi | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
