2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Elise and 2007 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 244 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Elise | Indigo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |