2009 Tata Indica vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica 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. Both 2009 Tata Indica and 2008 Tata Indigo are equipped with a 1,405 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
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 (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indica | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
