2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C3 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C3 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1403 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 |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |