2007 Tata Indica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Tata Indica and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 310 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indica | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |