2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, both 2009 Pontiac G5 and 2009 Tata Indica were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.

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 Pontiac G5 (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Pontiac G5 2009 Tata Indica
Make Pontiac Tata
Model G5 Indica
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2189 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1490 mm


 

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