2009 Tata Indica vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 515 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.

Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2001 Toyota Altezza 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. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Tata Indica 2001 Toyota Altezza
Make Tata Toyota
Model Indica Altezza
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
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 Weight 1005 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 60 L


 

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