2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1397 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Express | Indigo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 115 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |