2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Charger 2011 Tata Indigo
Make Dodge Tata
Model Charger Indigo
Year Released 2008 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 42 L


 

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