2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 516 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
