2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | BMW | Tata |
| Model | X5 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
