2007 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Indica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 37 L |
