2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Golf | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
