2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2004 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 2000 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | HR-V | Indica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
