2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 841 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Indigo | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
