2006 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Tata | Mazda |
| Model | Indica | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
