2007 Tata Indica vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 685 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Indica | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1401 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
