2007 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Tata | Mazda |
Model | Indica | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
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 | 120 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |