2009 Tata Indica vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 349 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | GTI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
