2005 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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 Rover 45 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 45 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
