1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.

Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Tata Indigo
Make Chevrolet Tata
Model Silverado Indigo
Year Released 1999 2006
Engine Size 5967 cc 1404 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2410 mm