2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Tata Indigo | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
Model | Indigo | Malibu |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |