2009 Tata Indica vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
