1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Suburban | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2460 mm |
