2005 Opel Tigra vs. 2005 Tata Indigo

To start off, both 2005 Opel Tigra and 2005 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Tigra 2005 Tata Indigo
Make Opel Tata
Model Tigra Indigo
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2410 mm


 

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