2009 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indigo would be higher. Both 2009 Tata Indica and 2005 Tata Indigo are equipped with a 1,405 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 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 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Tata | Tata |
Model | Indica | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |