2008 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 1 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
