2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
