2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 897 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Sienna | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
