2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.

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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Accent 2012 Tata Indigo
Make Hyundai Tata
Model Accent Indigo
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1606 cc 1403 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 135 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1034 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 42 L


 

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