2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i30 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | i30 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
