2007 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 182 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 192 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 | 1045 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
