2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
