2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2007 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Charade | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
