2004 Acura TL vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 573 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Acura | Tata |
| Model | TL | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
