2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Meriva | Indigo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |