2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 551 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Ram | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
