2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2003 Tata E

To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Tata E (210 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2003 Tata E has manual transmission. 2003 Tata E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Vamos 2003 Tata E
Make Honda Tata
Model Vamos E
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Size 656 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 46 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 210 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2810 mm


 

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