2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Nitro | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
