2008 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | V70 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
