2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 79 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. 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, 2007 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Demio | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Demio | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
