2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (139 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indigo | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Tata | Volvo |
Model | Indigo | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |