2005 Tata Indigo vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Indigo (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indigo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. 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 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Indigo | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Tata | ZAZ |
| Model | Indigo | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
