2009 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 422 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Tata | Hyundai |
| Model | Indica | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
