2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 365 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.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 330 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
