2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1216 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 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Indigo | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 4170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |