2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 493 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 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | Forester | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
