2009 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 531 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 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Tata Indica 2011 Subaru Outback
Make Tata Subaru
Model Indica Outback
Year Released 2009 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L


 

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