2010 Tata Indica vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 565 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indica | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Tata | Audi |
| Model | Indica | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
