2008 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | 525 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1405 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
