2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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 Mazda 3 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 3 | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 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 | 1155 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |