2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 175 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.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2009 Tata Indigo
Make Subaru Tata
Model Legacy Indigo
Year Released 2005 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 42 L