2008 Saturn Aura vs. 2008 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2008 Saturn Aura 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Aura weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.

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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 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 2008 Tata Indigo
Make Saturn Tata
Model Aura Indigo
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 3564 cc 1404 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 0 HP
Torque 340 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 42 L


 

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