2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indica |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |