2002 Tata Indigo vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Tata Indigo | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
