2007 Tata Indigo vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indigo | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Tata | Subaru |
Model | Indigo | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |