2000 Daihatsu Terios 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 Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Terios | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Terios | 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
