2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2002 Nissan Maxima and 2002 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. 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 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Maxima | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
