2008 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2008 BMW 120 and 2008 Tata Indigo 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 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.

Because 2008 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 120 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 120 2008 Tata Indigo
Make BMW Tata
Model 120 Indigo
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 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Torque 201 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 213 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 42 L


 

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