2005 Renault Twingo 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 Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Twingo | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Twingo | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
