2000 Opel Signum vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Opel Signum.
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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Signum | Indica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
