2006 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2006 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
