2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indigo | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |