2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Elise | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
