2008 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 316 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
