2005 Tata Indigo vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indigo weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Indigo | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
