2004 Tata Indigo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Indigo | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
