2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Armada | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 42 L |
