2012 Tata Indica vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 356 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, 2003 Peugeot 406 (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2003 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Tata Indica | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Tata | Peugeot |
Model | Indica | 406 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |