2010 Tata Indigo vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 235 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Tata Indigo. 2007 Opel Meriva has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Meriva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tata Indigo | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Tata | Opel |
| Model | Indigo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
