1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Suburban | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2460 mm |
