2004 Rover 25 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 54 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. 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, 2011 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 25 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 25 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
