2009 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
