2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
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 Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Lupo | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indigo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
