2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
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, 2012 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2012 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Indica | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Tata | Renault |
Model | Indica | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |