2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 2 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 2 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |