2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Dacia | Tata |
| Model | Sandero | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
