2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Malibu | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
