2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | BMW | Tata |
Model | 550 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1405 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |