2009 Dacia Logan vs. 2012 Tata Indica

To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dacia Logan 2012 Tata Indica
Make Dacia Tata
Model Logan Indica
Year Released 2009 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1459 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 37 L


 

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