2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Fox |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
