2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2002 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2002 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Materia | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
