2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | YRV | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
