2006 Tata Indigo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indigo | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
