2000 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2000 BMW 318 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. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
