2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 485 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Tata | Volvo |
Model | Indigo | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |