2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | CR-V | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
