2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 778 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Panda | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |
