2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Grand Caravan | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 37 L |