2001 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 600 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 2011 Toyota Camry 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. 2011 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
