2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD is newer by 5 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xD weights approximately 51 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, 2012 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2012 Scion xD 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. 2012 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Tata | Scion |
| Model | Indigo | xD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
