2005 Saturn LW 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 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 258 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 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn LW | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Saturn | Tata |
| Model | LW | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
