2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| 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 | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
