2008 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indica | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 49 L |
