2007 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 639 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 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |