2000 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 2000 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 525 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
