2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Proton Satria weights approximately 154 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, 2008 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Tata | Proton |
| Model | Indigo | Satria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
