2006 Tata Indigo vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 2005 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indigo | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Indigo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
