2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto 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 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto. 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 (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Tata | Suzuki |
Model | Indica | Alto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
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 | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |