2007 Tata Indica vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 557 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2009 BMW 335 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. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Tata | BMW |
Model | Indica | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1401 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |