2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Vue (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Vue | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Saturn | Tata |
| Model | Vue | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
