2004 MG ZT vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZT would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
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 MG ZT (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2004 MG ZT has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 MG ZT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZT | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | MG | Tata |
| Model | ZT | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
