2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Tata | Citroen |
| Model | Indica | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
