2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Tacoma | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 42 L |
