2009 Tata Indica vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 525 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 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Tata Indica 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Tata Toyota
Model Indica Hi-Ace
Year Released 2009 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 2237 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 16 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1530 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L


 

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