2008 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 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 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indica | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Tata | Dacia |
| Model | Indica | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 161 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 | 1045 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
