2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 679 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Corolla | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
