2005 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 870 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Indica | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Tata | Porsche |
Model | Indica | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2918 mm |