2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
