2009 Tata Indica vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 710 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
