2008 BMW 130 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 130 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |
