2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Vibe | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
