2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indigo | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Tata | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Indigo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
