2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 743 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. 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 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Vibe | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 37 L |
