2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 546 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2006 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Sonata | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
