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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster 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 (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 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 | 1795 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |