2009 BMW 630 vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 630 2010 Tata Indigo
Make BMW Tata
Model 630 Indigo
Year Released 2009 2010
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 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1608 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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