2005 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (198 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo C70 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | C70 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
