2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
