2002 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Tata Indica

To start off, 2003 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 462 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2003 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2003 Tata Indica
Make Honda Tata
Model Accord Indica
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Size 2354 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 159 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1392 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2410 mm