2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 544 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indigo | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indigo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |