2009 Tata Indica vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 135 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, 1995 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Tata | Xedos |
| Model | Indica | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
