2006 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 550 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
