2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indigo weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Tata Indigo (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Smart | Tata |
Model | ForTwo | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2410 mm |