2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 550 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 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 2008 BMW 325 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 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 325 | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
