2006 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Clio | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
