2009 Tata Indica vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |