2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 Tata Indica

To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 509 kg more than 2001 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 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Seat Toledo 2001 Tata Indica
Make Seat Tata
Model Toledo Indica
Year Released 2004 2001
Engine Size 1896 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1439 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2410 mm