2004 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 330 (300 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
