2007 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 230 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
