2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 755 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C6 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
