2003 Tata Indica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Indica would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1299 kg more than 2003 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Tata Indica | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
