2004 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1335 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 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Indigo | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Tata | Audi |
| Model | Indigo | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3002 mm |
