2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
