2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 325 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1405 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
