2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda RX-8 2011 Tata Indigo
Make Mazda Tata
Model RX-8 Indigo
Year Released 2007 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1306 cc 1405 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 232 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 79.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 42 L


 

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