1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 835 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 1998 Dodge Durango 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. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Dodge Durango 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Dodge Tata
Model Durango Indigo
Year Released 1998 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4702 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 232 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm