2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1350 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Patrol | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 37 L |
