2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | Cooper | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
