2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Equinox | Indigo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |