2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2007 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1296 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Envoy 2007 Tata Indigo
Make GMC Tata
Model Envoy Indigo
Year Released 2008 2007
Engine Size 4161 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2436 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 42 L


 

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