2010 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.

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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Tata Indica 2012 Volkswagen GTD
Make Tata Volkswagen
Model Indica GTD
Year Released 2010 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 155 km/hour 222 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 4213 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1501 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 55 L


 

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