2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 764 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Captiva | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |