2009 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indica would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.

Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Tata Indica 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Tata Dodge
Model Indica Grand Caravan
Year Released 2009 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1405 cc 3300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Flex Fuel
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3680 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 78 L


 

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