2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C5 and 2011 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C5 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C5 | Indica |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1597 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |