2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C3 | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 160 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 | 1085 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |