2012 Tata Indigo vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2009 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Indigo | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Tata | Citroen |
| Model | Indigo | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| 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 | 250 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 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
