2005 Proton Saloon 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 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon.

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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Proton Saloon 2009 Tata Indica
Make Proton Tata
Model Saloon Indica
Year Released 2005 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1299 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 109 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2410 mm