2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
