2006 Tata Indica vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2002 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2002 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
