2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 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, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Tata | Daihatsu |
Model | Indica | Charade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 36 L |