2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Citi | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Citi | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 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 | 3820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
