2011 Tata Indigo vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Indigo | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Tata | Xedos |
| Model | Indigo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
