2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C4 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
