2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Prius weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 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 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius. 2005 Toyota Prius 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. 2005 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
