2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 60 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (220 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Meriva | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
