2006 Opel Astra 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 Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 375 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
