2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Malibu | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
