2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C5 | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 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 Length | 4620 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |