2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 430 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Tata Indigo | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Tata | Cadillac |
Model | Indigo | ATS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |