2009 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 395 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 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Tata | Seat |
Model | Indica | Exeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |