2002 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 434 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (226 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Tata Indigo | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
