2009 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 330 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 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Tata | Suzuki |
| Model | Indica | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
