2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Tata | BMW |
Model | Indica | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |