2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2008 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Compass 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 811 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.

Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Compass 2008 Tata Indigo
Make Jeep Tata
Model Compass Indigo
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 2360 cc 1404 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 0 HP
Torque 224 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 42 L


 

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