2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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 Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Hyundai Accent 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. 2008 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Indigo | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Tata | Hyundai |
Model | Indigo | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |