2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | MR2 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
