2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Eclipse | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |
