2007 Tata Indica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 117 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1401 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
