2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2008 Pontiac G5 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Pontiac G5 2008 Tata Indigo
Make Pontiac Tata
Model G5 Indigo
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 2401 cc 1404 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 0 HP
Torque 226 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 42 L