2009 Tata Indica vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 295 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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
Model | Indica | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |