2002 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Tata Indigo | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indigo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |