2008 Peugeot 206 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 206 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 206 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
