2009 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Exige | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Exige | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |