2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, both 2007 Tata Indigo and 2007 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2007 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indigo | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Tata | BMW |
Model | Indigo | 523 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |