1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Patrol | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
