2009 Tata Indica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
