2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 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), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 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 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C3 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
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 | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |