2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2004 Lexus IS 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. 2004 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indigo | 2004 Lexus IS | |
Make | Tata | Lexus |
Model | Indigo | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |