2007 Tata Indica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
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 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 159 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 Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1401 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
