2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Panda | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 42 L |