2009 Tata Indica vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2009 Tata Indica and 2009 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | iQ |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 32 L |