2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 37 L |
