2010 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 2010 Lexus IS 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 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lexus | Tata |
| Model | IS | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
