2003 MG ZR vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZR would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 MG ZR.
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, 2003 MG ZR (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG ZR | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | MG | Tata |
| Model | ZR | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
