2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Touran and 2008 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 909 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Touran | Nano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
