2009 Tata Indica vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 650 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 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Tata Indica 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
Make Tata Vauxhall
Model Indica Monaro
Year Released 2009 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2800 mm


 

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