2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Touareg | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 37 L |
