2010 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen GTI and 2010 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 776 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen GTI | 2010 Tata Nano | |
Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
Model | GTI | Nano |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |