2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 474 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Indigo | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
