1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Jeep Cherokee 2007 Tata Indigo
Make Jeep Tata
Model Cherokee Indigo
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Size 2464 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 194 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.3 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2460 mm