2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 426 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
