2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Elise | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |
