2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 620 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.
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, 2008 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2008 Renault Espace 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. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Indigo | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Tata | Renault |
| Model | Indigo | Espace |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |
