2012 Tata Indigo vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage

To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 540 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.

Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Tata Indigo 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
Make Tata Aston Martin
Model Indigo Vantage
Year Released 2012 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1403 cc 5935 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4385 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2022 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 80 L


 

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