2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Volkswagen GLI
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen GLI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen GLI would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen GLI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen GLI should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen GLI weights approximately 96 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 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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, 2008 Volkswagen GLI 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, 2008 Volkswagen GLI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen GLI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indigo | 2008 Volkswagen GLI | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | GLI |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |