2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Because 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Indica, 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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 118 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |
