2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A4 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
