2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 176 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Smart | Tata |
| Model | ForFour | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
