2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 755 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2001 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
