2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Aztek. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Aztek would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Aztek will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2005 Pontiac Aztek 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. 2005 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Tata Indigo | 2005 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Tata | Pontiac |
Model | Indigo | Aztek |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 69 L |