2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Passat | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
