2005 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Megane | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
