2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1519 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2009 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | GMC | Tata |
| Model | Sierra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
