2003 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 520 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |