2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 191 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |