2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Tata | Suzuki |
| Model | Indigo | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
