2006 Opel Agila vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indigo (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Opel Agila. 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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Agila | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Agila | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
