2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 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 Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Xsara | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |