2005 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | X3 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 37 L |
