2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Terios | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
