2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo, 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 2007 Tata Indigo
Make BMW Tata
Model 330 Indigo
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Size 2993 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 42 L


 

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