2007 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Caravan (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2007 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Caravan | Indica |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 37 L |