2009 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 845 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Tacoma (382 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Tata Indica 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Tata Toyota
Model Indica Tacoma
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 79 L


 

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