2004 Opel Signum vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 375 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, 2004 Opel Signum (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Signum | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Signum | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 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 | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
