2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 4 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), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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, 2012 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C3 | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 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 | 1005 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |