2004 Holden Astra vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Astra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Astra | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
