2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Indigo | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Tata | Hyundai |
Model | Indigo | i20 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |