2009 Tata Indica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 357 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
