2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Astra | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
