2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Phaeton | Indica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
