2001 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Tata Indica

To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2001 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. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW 318 2012 Tata Indica
Make BMW Tata
Model 318 Indica
Year Released 2001 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 37 L


 

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