2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.

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 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Corolla 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Toyota Tata
Model Corolla Indigo
Year Released 2009 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2362 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 42 L


 

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