2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Tata Indigo. 2009 Audi A4 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. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2012 Tata Indigo
Make Audi Tata
Model A4 Indigo
Year Released 2009 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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