2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2005 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Altis | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
