2004 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 210 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, 2004 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2004 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 120 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
