2004 MG ZS vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 MG ZS (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | MG | Tata |
| Model | ZS | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
