2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Golf | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
