2008 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 318 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
