2009 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,362 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2005 Toyota Camry 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. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2362 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
