2009 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | LaCrosse | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
