2001 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 715 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Trans Am | Indica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
