2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Elantra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
