2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
