2011 Tata Indica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Indica | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indica | Caddy |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |