2004 Honda Element vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 643 kg more than 2000 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2000 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Element | Indica |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |