2001 Tata Indica vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, both 2001 Tata Indica and 2001 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Tata Indica 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Tata Toyota
Model Indica Avensis
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Size 1405 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2710 mm


 

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