2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 845 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Caravan | Indica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
