2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Tata Indica
To start off, 2004 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2004 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | S-MX | Indica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
