2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2003 Holden Statesman 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. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Statesman | Indica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
