2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Sirion | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
