1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1710 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.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 42 L |
