2009 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2009 BMW 318 and 2009 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 2009 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, 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, 2009 BMW 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 318 | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |