2008 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Tata | BMW |
| Model | Indigo | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |
