2008 BMW 523 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 523 | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |