2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Octavia | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
