2005 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, both 2005 Tata Indigo and 2005 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (383 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Tata Indigo 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Tata Toyota
Model Indigo Tacoma
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 383 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3250 mm


 

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