2010 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 5 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.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indica | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Tata | Suzuki |
| Model | Indica | Splash |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1401 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
