2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C3 | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |