2007 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 437 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Indica | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
