2009 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1302 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 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indica | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |