2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 117 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.
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 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Vibe | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
