2004 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 137 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Indigo | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
