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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 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. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Sirion. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 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.
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2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Sirion | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |