2001 Honda Integra vs. 2009 Tata Indica

To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 2001 Honda Integra (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2001 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Integra 2009 Tata Indica
Make Honda Tata
Model Integra Indica
Year Released 2001 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1401 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 37 L


 

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