2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Tata Indigo | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Tata | Hyundai |
Model | Indigo | Elantra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |