2011 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V70 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2010 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Tata Indigo | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Tata | Volvo |
Model | Indigo | V70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |