2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 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 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Croma | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
