2009 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 209 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | Indica | i30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
