2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,421 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
