2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Tata | Citroen |
| Model | Indigo | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
