2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indigo | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Tata | Peugeot |
| Model | Indigo | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
