2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica, 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2007 Tata Indica
Make BMW Tata
Model 320 Indica
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Size 1995 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 37 L


 

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