2008 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Audi A3 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
