2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Sirion | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 132 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 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 Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
