2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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 Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Vectra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
