2006 Tata Indica vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata E would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Tata E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Tata E (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2001 Tata E | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indica | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
