2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2009 Mazda BT-50 and 2009 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.

Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda BT-50 2009 Tata Indica
Make Mazda Tata
Model BT-50 Indica
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 180 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.1 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2410 mm


 

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