2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Malibu | Indica |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |