2009 Tata Indica vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 180 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Tata | Mini |
Model | Indica | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |