2009 Tata Indica vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 195 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 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 2001 Volkswagen W12. 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | W12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
