2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 927 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C5 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
