2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indica would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Express | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2410 mm |
