2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Phaeton | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
