2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 515 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2010 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Impala | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
