2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Tata | Porsche |
| Model | Indigo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
