2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
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 Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Prix | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
