2000 Saturn LW vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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, 2000 Saturn LW (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Saturn | Tata |
| Model | LW | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
