2012 Tata Indigo vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Tata Indigo | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Tata | Suzuki |
Model | Indigo | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |