2008 Skoda Praktik 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 Skoda Praktik. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Praktik would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Praktik | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Skoda | Tata |
| Model | Praktik | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
