2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Pilot | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 37 L |
