2009 Tata Indigo vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1150 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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2009 Tata Indigo | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Tata | Volvo |
Model | Indigo | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1404 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |