2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Marcos TSO | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Marcos | Tata |
Model | TSO | Indigo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 475 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |