2006 Tata Indica vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Indica | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
