2012 Tata Indigo vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia.
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, 2009 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2009 Renault Thalia 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. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Indigo | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Tata | Renault |
| Model | Indigo | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2473 mm |
