2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 2005 Tata E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indigo | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
