2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2005 Tata Indigo
Make Audi Tata
Model A8 Indigo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 330 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2410 mm