2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 745 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Terrano II | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
