2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 964 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | X3 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |