2005 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Clio | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |
