2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 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 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.

Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. 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 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 320 2009 Tata Indica
Make BMW Tata
Model 320 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 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 37 L


 

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