2008 Tata Indica vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indigo would be higher. Both 2008 Tata Indica and 2003 Tata Indigo are equipped with a 1,405 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Indigo weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
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 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indica | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indica | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
