2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Malibu | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |