2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| 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 | 303 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
