2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo 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 Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C3 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |