2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Nitro | Indica |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |