2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2011 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indigo | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | Indigo | i20 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
