2001 Tata Indica vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Tata Indica would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 199 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Tata | Honda |
| Model | Indica | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
