2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
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 GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 237 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
