2005 Tata Indica vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indica would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2005 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica. 2007 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Indica | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Tata | Porsche |
| Model | Indica | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
