2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Versa | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
