2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Aura weights approximately 265 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.
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, 2008 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Aura | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Saturn | Tata |
| Model | Aura | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
