2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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, 2008 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C4 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
