2006 Tata Indica vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
