2006 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2006 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3099 mm |
