2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.

Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Tata Indigo. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 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 2008 Tata Indigo
Make BMW Tata
Model X5 Indigo
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 4799 cc 1404 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 0 HP
Torque 475 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 242 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1554 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 42 L


 

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