2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Primera (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2005 Nissan Primera 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. 2005 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Indigo | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
