2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 530 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
