2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo. 2007 Buick Rainier has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Rainier | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
