2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 432 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Indigo | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |