2002 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 680 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Highlander | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 37 L |
