1999 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 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, 1999 Hyundai Sonata (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Sonata | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
