2007 Proton Gen vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Gen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Gen would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
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, 2007 Proton Gen (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Proton | Tata |
| Model | Gen | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
