2005 Tata Indigo vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 892 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 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo. 2013 Cadillac XTS has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Indigo | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Tata | Cadillac |
| Model | Indigo | XTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2831 mm |
