2005 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Micra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
