2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Prix | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
