2007 Tata Indica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 552 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indica | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |