2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Elise | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
