2011 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | A3 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
