2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Santa Fe | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
