2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Mini | Tata |
Model | Cooper | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |