2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Sprinter | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |
