2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 44 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Pilot | Indigo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |