2006 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2012 Volvo XC70 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. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indigo | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2815 mm |
