2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indigo | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Tata | Dodge |
| Model | Indigo | Ram |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 98 L |
