2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Smart | Tata |
Model | ForFour | Indigo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |