2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Laguna | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
