2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Indigo | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
Model | Indigo | Captiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |