2001 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Yaris 2011 Tata Indigo
Make Toyota Tata
Model Yaris Indigo
Year Released 2001 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66.7 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 155 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 42 L


 

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