2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | Polo | Indica |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |