2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1161 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
