2009 Tata Indica vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
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 New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indica | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |