2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
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 Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indigo | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 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 | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |