2009 Mazda 3 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 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 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 75 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1403 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 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 | 1242 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
