2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
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 V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V50 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | V50 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
