2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 330 | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |