2004 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo. 2008 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Indigo | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Indigo | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
