2003 Tata Indica vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2003 Tata Indica and 2003 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Tata Indica. 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, 2003 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica. 2003 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Indica | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Tata | Suzuki |
Model | Indica | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |