2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Smart | Tata |
| Model | ForFour | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
