2004 Holden Zafira 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 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 320 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 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Zafira | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
