2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1404 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
