2009 Tata B-Line vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Tata B-Line is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Tata B-Line. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata B-Line.
Because 2003 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata B-Line. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata B-Line. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata B-Line. 2003 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata B-Line has manual transmission. 2009 Tata B-Line will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata B-Line | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | B-Line | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
