2008 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | R8 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
