2003 Toyota Ipsum vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 650 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Ipsum | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Ipsum | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
