2005 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lexus | Tata |
| Model | IS | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
