2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 470 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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
