2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 425 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Meriva | Indica |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |