2005 Infiniti M vs. 2005 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 720 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 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo. 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Infiniti M 2005 Tata Indigo
Make Infiniti Tata
Model M Indigo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 453 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2410 mm


 

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