2002 Saturn SC vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.
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, 2002 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saturn SC | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Saturn | Tata |
| Model | SC | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
