1997 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A8 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
