2009 Tata Indica vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
Model | Indica | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |