2007 Tata Indica vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 87 L |
