2009 Tata Indica vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 435 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, 1998 Peugeot 605 (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1998 Peugeot 605 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. 1998 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Tata | Peugeot |
| Model | Indica | 605 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
