2008 Tata Indica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indica | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
