2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2007 Opel Meriva and 2007 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Meriva | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Meriva | Indigo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |