2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 325 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
