Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite vs Ducati Panigale V4
Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite or Ducati Panigale V4? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Chieftain Elite and Panigale V4. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite Price starts at Rs.38.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Heavy Metal Smoke and Ducati Panigale V4 Price starts at Rs.29.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is N/A cylinder, 1890 cc Engine can generate N/A power whereas Ducati Panigale V4 is a 4 cylinder, 1103 cc Engine can generate 213 bhp @ 13500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Chieftain Elite provides a mileage of 18 kmpl (base model), and Panigale V4 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is available in 1 colours & 1 variants whereas Ducati Panigale V4 is available in 1 colours & 2 variants.
Chieftain Elite vs Panigale V4
Key Highlights | Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite | Ducati Panigale V4 |
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Price | Rs.38.00 Lakh | Rs.29.99 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | 1890 cc | 1103 cc |
Power | N/A | 213 bhp @ 13500 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 18 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Chieftain Elite specifications | Panigale V4 specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 43.17 Lakh Price Breakup | 34.07 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.4 | 4.0 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20.8 Litres | 17 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 1890 cc | 1103 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Chieftain Elite Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Panigale V4 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
Calliper Type | - | Front - 4 piston brake - 2 piston |
Front Disc Size | - | 330 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Fully Adjustable Showa BPF Fork |
Front Wheel Size | - | ZR17 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | Fully Adjustable Sachs Unit |
Rear Wheel Size | - | ZR17 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | TelescopiFor11mm | Fully Adjustable Showa BPF Fork |
Rear Suspension | Single Shock w/ Air Adjust / 114 mm / 63 mm ride in | Fully Adjustable Sachs Unit |
Front Tyre Size | 130/60 R19 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
Rear Tyre Size | 180/60 R16 | 200/60 ZR17 |
Front Type | Double Disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 300 mm | 245 mm |
Rear Type | Disc | Disc |
Instrumentation
Chieftain Elite Instrumentation | Panigale V4 Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Digital |
Gear Indicator | - | Yes |
Tachometer | Analogue | Digital |
Speedometer | Analogue | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Chieftain Elite Exterior | Panigale V4 Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | - | Yes |
Body & Suspension
Chieftain Elite Body & Suspension | Panigale V4 Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | - | Aluminum alloy Front Frame with optimized stiffnesses |
Engine & Transmission
Chieftain Elite Engine & Transmission | Panigale V4 Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | - | 1 Down 5 Up |
Spark Plugs | - | Yes |
Engine Capacity | 1890 cc | 1103 cc |
Engine Type | Thunderstroke 116 | Desmosedici Stradale 90? V4& counter-rotating crankshaft& 4 Desmodromic timing& 4 valves per cylinder& liquid-cooled |
No. of Cylinders | - | 4 |
No. of valves per cylinder | - | 4 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Top Speed | 120 kmph | 299 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 103.2 mm x 113 mm | 81 mm x 53.5 mm |
Configuration | Twin Cylinder | Four Cylinder |
Cooling type | Air Cooled | Liquid Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | - |
Max Power | - | 213 bhp @ 13500 rpm |
Max Torque | 171 Nm @ 3000 rpm | 120.9 Nm @ 11250 rpm |
Mileage (Claimed) | 18 kmpl | - |
Comfort & Convenience
Chieftain Elite Comfort & Convenience | Panigale V4 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | - | Yes |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | Yes |
Front Storage Box | - | No |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | - | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | - | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | - | No |
Pillion Footrest | - | No |
Riding Modes | - | Yes |
Service Reminder Indicator | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | - | No |
GPS & Navigation | - | Yes |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes |
Safety
Chieftain Elite Safety | Panigale V4 Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | Yes |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | - | No |
Turn Signal | - | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | Yes | Yes |
Power Modes | - | Yes |
Slipper Clutch | - | Assist And Slipper Clutch |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Chieftain Elite Dimensions & Capacity | Panigale V4 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 2506 mm | - |
Width | 1023 mm | - |
Height | 1372 mm | - |
Wheelbase | 1668 mm | 1485 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | - |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20.8 Litres | 17 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 5 Litres | - |
Body Type | Tourer Bike | Sports Bike |
Seat Height | 650 mm | 850 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | - | 187 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
Chieftain Elite Entertainment & Communication | Panigale V4 Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | - | No |
Pros & Cons
Chieftain Elite Pros & Cons | Panigale V4 Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite and Ducati Panigale V4
Safety
Chieftain Elite comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Panigale V4 has Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System, Power Modes.
Transmission
Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Panigale V4 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.
Dimensions
Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite has a 20.8 Litres fuel tank with 1372 mm seat height. Ducati Panigale V4 has seat height and 17 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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What is the on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite?
The on-road price of Indian Motorcycle Chieftain Elite is Rs. 43.17 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Ducati Panigale V4?
The on-road price of Ducati Panigale V4 is Rs. 34.07 Lakh in New Delhi.