2007 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,595 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Citi | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1405 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
