2010 Tata Indica vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 775 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tata Indica | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
Model | Indica | Frontera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1401 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |