2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 199 kg more than 2010 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 Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | Polo | Indica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
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 | 3920 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |