2009 Tata Indica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 198 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indica | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |