2006 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Tata Indigo | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Tata | BMW |
Model | Indigo | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |