2004 Tata Indigo vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Indigo | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
