2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Acadia | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
