2000 Seat Salsa vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 430 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 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Seat | Tata |
Model | Salsa | Indigo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |