2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Caliber | Indigo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |