2007 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Tata | Lexus |
Model | Indica | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 84 L |