2008 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
