2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Impreza 2009 Tata Indica
Make Subaru Tata
Model Impreza Indica
Year Released 2000 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2410 mm


 

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