2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Vectra 2009 Tata Indica
Make Opel Tata
Model Vectra Indica
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 9.9 L/100km


 

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