2009 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper 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 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | Cooper | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
